⏬⏫Triangles can direct movement based which way they point. Triangles have energy and power and their stable/unstable dynamic can suggest either conflict or steady strength. #patterndesign#dressimilano#dressi

“Inspiration” is the theme for Day 18 of the #MarchMeetTheMaker challenge:
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As a designer, I seem to find inspiration everywhere I turn and I’m always snapping photos of my surroundings! I often look back on these photos when I’m working on designing a new pattern or illustration.
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One of my favorite things to do is to go on what I call “inspiration walks” outside. Sometimes I go walking in nature and other times I like to wander busy city streets and quiet alleys. No matter where I am, I try to relax and not overthink my walks...I try to pay attention to colors and small details that I’ve never seen or noticed before. I try to just “be” without any expectation of what I will discover.
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Some days I feel very inspired by vibrant colors and graffiti (the first photo shows a collage of spray painted graffiti that I stumbled upon while exploring an abandoned tower in a park). Other days I find myself drawn to the beautiful colors, shapes, and patterns in leaves, flowers, and other elements of nature. I never know what will inspire me next, which is what makes this whole design process so much fun!

I love how my creative effort and emotions can be translated through paint and color. When I finish a painting like this one, I feel an indescribable feeling of completion. Similar to finishing a 8 mile hike, getting a raise, or exchanging a really good hug. 🔵